‘World stands with you, Matto’: Damien Martyn battles meningitis

Damien ​​​Martyn was also part of Australia’s triumphant 2003 ODI World Cup squad, playing a decisive role in the final against India with an unbeaten 88 in a match-winning partnership with Ricky Ponting. ​​​He retired from international cricket in 2006 during the Ashes series and has largely kept a low profile since.